Product classification
HS code for Cultivation equipment parts: 8432.90
Machinery, parts of machinery for soil preparation or cultivation or for rollers for lawns or sports-grounds.
Classification of cultivation equipment parts under HS 8432.90
HS code 8432.90 is the designated classification for parts of machinery used in soil preparation, cultivation, or lawn and sports-ground maintenance. This classification falls under Chapter 84, which deals with mechanical appliances and machinery. Heading 8432 specifically covers agricultural, horticultural, or forestry machinery. According to General Interpretative Rule 1 and Section XVI Note 2, parts that are suitable for use solely or principally with a particular kind of machine are classified with those machines, unless they are specifically excluded or mentioned elsewhere. Subheading 8432.90 acts as a 'parts' basket for all equipment defined in the 8432.10 through 8432.80 range. This includes components for plows, harrows, cultivators, and seeders. Accurate classification requires the part to be identifiable as being intended for these specific agricultural machines. If a part is a general-purpose component like a ball bearing, a screw, or a hydraulic cylinder, it may be classified under its own specific heading (e.g., 8482, 7318, or 8412) rather than 8432.90. The distinction is based on whether the part is a 'part of general use' as defined in Section XV or a specialized component unique to cultivation machinery.
- Covers
- Plowshares and plow points
- Harrow discs and tines
- Cultivator blades and sweeps
- Seeder and planter tubes
- Rollers for lawn or sports-ground machinery
- Also under 8432.90
- John Deere plough parts
- Kubota cultivator tines
- CNH Industrial harrow discs
- Amazone roller components
Codes often confused with 8432.90
Common mistake. Parts are often misclassified under the code for the complete machine (e.g., 8432.10 for a plow) instead of the parts code 8432.90. Another common error is classifying general-purpose hardware like bolts or chains under 8432.90; these must be classified by their constituent material (e.g., Chapter 73 for steel) or their specific functional heading. Engines for these machines are also excluded and should be classified under 8407 or 8408.
Top exporters and importers of HS 843290 (the code used for cultivation equipment parts), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 843290 (the code used for cultivation equipment parts) in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 12% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 843290, not only cultivation equipment parts.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Germany $674M 18% of world exports
- 2 China $530M 14% of world exports
- 3 Italy $398M 11% of world exports
World total: $3.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 Germany $460M 12% of world imports
- 2 France $374M 10% of world imports
- 3 United States $258M 6.9% of world imports
World total: $3.7B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for cultivation equipment parts
Brazil classifies cultivation equipment parts under NCM 8432.90.00: HS 8432.90 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about cultivation equipment parts
What is the HS code for Cultivation equipment parts?
The HS code for Cultivation equipment parts is 843290 (Machinery; parts of machinery for soil preparation or cultivation or for rollers for lawns or sports-grounds). The HS code for parts of machinery for soil preparation or cultivation is 8432.90.
How do I classify Cultivation equipment parts for customs?
Cultivation equipment parts is classified under HS code 843290 — Machinery; parts of machinery for soil preparation or cultivation or for rollers for lawns or sports-grounds. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Are engine parts for tractors included in 8432.90?
No, engine parts are generally classified under 8409, as they are parts of internal combustion engines rather than parts of the cultivation implement itself.
Which countries are the top exporters of cultivation equipment parts (HS 843290)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 843290 (the code used for cultivation equipment parts) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($674M, 18% of world exports), China ($530M) and Italy ($398M). World exports came to about $3.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of cultivation equipment parts (HS 843290)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 843290 (the code used for cultivation equipment parts) in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($460M, 12% of world imports), France ($374M) and the United States ($258M). World imports came to about $3.7B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Cultivation equipment parts the same in all countries?
The base HS code 843290 for Cultivation equipment parts is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for cultivation equipment parts in Brazil?
In Brazil, cultivation equipment parts (HS 843290) is classified under NCM 8432.90.00.